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Looking for PhD student(s) in Human Computer Interaction, specialised on Accessibility and learning, apply before July 11
by Jan Gulliksen 26 Jun '25

26 Jun '25

Please forward this to potential interested candidates to join my group at KTH as a PhD student. Yours Gulan/Jan Doctoral student in Human Computer Interaction KTH, School of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science Project description Third-cycle subject: The School of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science (EECS) invites applications for a full-time position for a PhD student in human-computer interaction with a focus on learning and digital accessibility. The main task is to conduct research and development within an EU project (AccessCoVE). The AccessCoVE project aims to create professional excellence in the field of digital accessibility for people with disabilities (including the elderly). Based on international standards and ongoing policy development in the area of digital accessibility, we will create conditions for building knowledge and ability to train, assess, certify and support accessibility work at the European level with tools and curriculum. We invite highly motivated candidates with an interest in international cooperation, to work for social sustainability and against discrimination, to develop new educations and forms of education, as well as to develop digital systems based on qualities such as usability and accessibility in a user-centered way to collaborate in our research group and to be trained as an expert in digital accessibility. The student is expected to produce research results with open access to peer-reviewed conferences and journals. The PhD student will also be able to develop project management skills for international projects. Supervision: Professor Jan Gulliksen What we offer The possibility to study in a dynamic and international research environment in collaboration with industries and prominent universities from all over the world <https://www.kth.se/en/studies/phd>. A workplace with many employee benefits <https://www.kth.se/en/om/work-at-kth/en-arbetsplats-med-manga-formaner-1.46…>and monthly salary according to KTH’s Doctoral student salary agreement. <https://intra.kth.se/en/anstallning/anstallningsvillkor/lon/doktorandstegen…> A postgraduate education at an institution that is active and supportive in matters pertaining to working conditions, gender equality and diversity as well as study environment. Guidance on relocating and settling <https://www.kth.se/en/om/work-at-kth/relocation> in at KTH and in Sweden Admission requirements To be admitted to postgraduate education (Chapter 7, 39 § Swedish Higher Education Ordinance), the applicant must have basic eligibility in accordance with either of the following: passed a second cycle degree (for example a master's degree), or completed course requirements of at least 240 higher education credits, of which at least 60 second-cycle higher education credits, or acquired, in some other way within or outside the country, substantially equivalent knowledge In addition to the above, there is also a mandatory requirement for English equivalent to English B/6. <https://www.kth.se/en/studies/phd/entry-requirements-for-doctoral-studies-1…> Selection In order to succeed as a doctoral student at KTH you need to be goal oriented and persevering in your work. Candidates will be assessed upon their ability to: independently pursue his or her work collaborate with others, have a professional approach, analyze and work with complex issues demonstrate experience in working with usability and accessibility of digital systems, show experience of working for, or in collaboration with people with disabilities, demonstrate experience of working with educational development, and demonstrate the ability to work in an interdisciplinary environment and collaborate with diverse colleagues. This is a human centered position. The doctoral student will be collaborating with people with disabilities. Good knowledge in the Swedish language, both written and oral is therefore important since its part of the every day work. After the qualification requirements, great emphasis will be placed on personal skills. Target degree: Doctoral degree Information regarding admission and employment Only those admitted to postgraduate education may be employed as a doctoral student. The total length of employment may not be longer than what corresponds to full-time doctoral education in four years' time. An employed doctoral student can, to a limited extent (maximum 20%), perform certain tasks within their role, e.g. training and administration. A new position as a doctoral student is for a maximum of one year, and then the employment may be renewed for a maximum of two years at a time. In the case of studies that are to be completed with a licentiate degree, the total period of employment may not be longer than what corresponds to full-time doctoral education for two years. Union representatives Contact information for union representatives. <https://intra.kth.se/en/administration/rekrytering/annonsering/fackrepresen…> Doctoral section (Students’ union on KTH Royal Institute of Technology) Contact information for doctoral section <https://www.dr.kth.se/>. To apply for the position Apply for the position and admission through KTH's recruitment system. It is the applicant’s responsibility to ensure that the application is complete in accordance with the instructions in the advertisement. Applications must be received at the last closing date at midnight, CET/CEST (Central European Time/Central European Summer Time). Applications must include: CV including your relevant professional experience and knowledge. Application letter with a brief description of why you want to pursue research studies, about what your academic interests are and how they relate to your previous studies and future goals. (Maximum 2 pages long) Copies of diplomas and grades from previous university studies and certificates of fulfilled language requirements (see above) <https://www.kth.se/en/studies/phd/admission-requirements-1.520175>. Translations into English or Swedish if the original document is not issued in one of these languages.Copies of originals must be certified <https://www.kth.se/en/student/studier/examen/vidimering-av-handlingar-1.551…>. Representative publications or technical reports. For longer documents, please provide a summary (abstract) and a web link to the full text. Other information Striving towards gender equality, diversity and equal conditions is both a question of quality for KTH and a given part of our values. For information about processing of personal data <https://www.kth.se/en/om/work-at-kth/processing-of-personal-data-in-the-rec…> in the recruitment process. It may be the case that a position at KTH is classified as a security-sensitive role in accordance with the Protective Security Act (2018:585). If this applies to the specific position, a security clearance will be conducted for the applicant in accordance with the same law with the applicant's consent. In such cases, a prerequisite for employment is that the applicant is approved following the security clearance. We firmly decline all contact with staffing, recruitment agencies and job ad salespersons. Disclaimer: In case of discrepancy between the Swedish original and the English translation of the job announcement, the Swedish version takes precedence. Jan Gulliksen Professor in Human Computer Interaction KTH Royal Institute of Technology Department of Media Technology and Interaction Design School of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science Lindstedtsvägen 3, floor 4, SE-100 44 Stockholm, Sweden Mobile: +46 - 730 - 37 39 30 gulliksen(a)kth.se, www.kth.se

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Re: Workshop: Designing Meaningful Industrial Work for Hybrid Human-Technology Environments
by Virpi Roto 12 Jun '25

12 Jun '25

Call for workshop participation in the ECCE 2025 conference: Designing Meaningful Industrial Work for Hybrid Human-Technology Environments 7 October 2025, Tallinn, Estonia We are inviting contributions to an interactive workshop that will explore how cognitive ergonomics and human-centered design can enhance the meaningfulness of work in hybrid environments where humans collaborate with automation, artificial intelligence (AI), virtual reality (VR), and other suitable technologies. Important dates: * Deadline for position papers: 31 July 2025 * Notification to participants will be sent on 15 August 2025 * Workshop: 7 October 2025. Tallinn University, Estonia The workshop will be held as part of ECCE 2025 conference. The workshop will include position paper talks / sharing session, interactive discussions, short expert talks, collaborative activity, and future directions or joint paper collaboration. The workshop aims to discuss human-centered, cognitively ergonomic, and meaningful industrial work in hybrid environments with a particular focus on enhancing worker motivation, competence, and well-being, while attracting younger generations of workers. In this workshop, we aim to explore topics including (but not limited to): * Cognitive ergonomics and ergonomic interventions in industrial work in hybrid environments * Operating and designing of human-centred AI in industry * Work in hybrid human-technology-AI teams in industry * Attractive workplaces in industry for younger generations * Meaningfulness in industrial work * Participatory design and stakeholder engagement for industrial hybrid work environments * Job crafting in industrial hybrid environments We invite position papers of 2-4 pages, following the single-column ACM Word<https://authors.acm.org/proceedings/production-information/preparing-your-a…> / LaTeX<https://authors.acm.org/proceedings/production-information/preparing-your-a…> template. Papers should be submitted to the following workshop organisers by the deadline to: Mari Myllylä (mari.t.myllyla(a)jyu.fi) and Anna Viljakainen (anna.viljakainen(a)aalto.fi) Position papers will be reviewed by the workshop co-organisers. Main criteria are relevance with respect to the theme of the workshop and scientific quality. Information about the acceptance of position papers and approval for participation will be sent to the participants by e-mail. In the e-mail, the accepted participants are informed about the specific themes and asked to choose e.g. 3 of the most interesting themes they would like to participate in the workshop group work. The workshop organizers will then select the most popular themes to be discussed during the workshop’s afternoon session. More about this Workshop<https://transform.tlu.ee/ecce-2025/programme/accepted-workshops/hybrid-indu…> and the ECCE 2025 conference<https://transform.tlu.ee/ecce-2025>. Welcome! Organizing committee: Dr. Mari Myllylä, University of Jyväskylä Dr. Susanna Aromaa, VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland Dr. Martina Caic, Aalto University Henrikki Salo-Pöntinen, University of Jyväskylä Bastian Tammentie, VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland

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Last chance to join the 2nd ACM Europe Summer School on Accessible and Inclusive Technologies (16-19 June, Borås, Sweden)
by Arthur Theil 02 Jun '25

02 Jun '25

Dear NordiCHI community, There are only a few seats still available to attend the 2nd ACM Europe Summer School on Accessible and Inclusive Technologies, which will take place from 16 to 19 June 2025 in Borås, Sweden. All students will receive a complimentary 1-year ACM membership and a certificate of attendance. https://europe.acm.org/seasonal-schools/accessible-inclusive-technologies/2… The summer school invites PhD students, early-career researchers, and industry professionals interested in research related to accessibility, inclusive design, assistive technologies, and ethical innovation. 🗓️ Dates: 16-19 June 2025 📚 Host: University of Borås, Sweden 📍 Venue: Textile Fashion Center 🌐 Support: ACM Europe and SIGCHI More information about the summer school, registration fees, travel, and speakers can be found on the website: https://europe.acm.org/seasonal-schools/accessible-inclusive-technologies/2… Registration ends this Friday on 6th June. Best regards, Arthur Dr Arthur Theil Senior Lecturer in Human-Computer Interaction Research Cluster Lead for Accessibility and Assistive Technology Human-Computer Interaction (HCI) Research Centre College of Computing, Birmingham City University arthur.theil(a)bcu.ac.uk Disclaimer This email and any files transmitted with it are confidential and intended solely for the use of the individual or entity to whom they are addressed. If you have received this email in error, please notify the sender immediately, delete this email from your system and do not use, copy, or disclose the information contained in this message or in any attachment. Any views or opinions expressed are solely those of the author and do not necessarily represent those of Birmingham City University. Birmingham City University accepts no liability for any loss or damage caused by any virus transmitted by this email and the recipient must ensure that the email (and attachments) is virus free.

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